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Should the Eastgate be turned into a conference centre? Tourism mogul claims shopping spot is as ‘dead as a dodo’

15 February 2025
Should the Eastgate be turned into a conference centre? Tourism mogul claims shopping spot is as ‘dead as a dodo’

Should the Eastgate be turned into a conference centre? Tourism mogul claims shopping spot is as ‘dead as a dodo’

15 February 2025

With the shopping centre’s food court closing and Lakeland relocating is it time to rethink what could be done with the large shopping space?


Highland hotel group passionate about ensuring year-long employment and investing in community

14 February 2025
Highland hotel group passionate about ensuring year-long employment and investing in community

Highland hotel group passionate about ensuring year-long employment and investing in community

14 February 2025

Since its inception in 2021, Highland Coast Hotels has prioritised creating year-round employment for residents in the Highlands.


Lakeland set to relocate to Simpsons Garden Centre after announcing it will leave Eastgate Inverness

07 February 2025
Lakeland set to relocate to Simpsons Garden Centre after announcing it will leave Eastgate Inverness

Lakeland set to relocate to Simpsons Garden Centre after announcing it will leave Eastgate Inverness

07 February 2025

Lakeland will be relocating to Simpsons Garden Centre after it was announced that it is closing its doors in the Eastgate Centre after a decade.


Food court at Eastgate Shopping Centre closes just two years after £2million investment

05 February 2025
Food court at Eastgate Shopping Centre closes just two years after £2million investment

Food court at Eastgate Shopping Centre closes just two years after £2million investment

05 February 2025

The manager of the Highland’s main shopping outlet confirmed that Loch & Larder will be closing.


Aldi stores in the Highlands donated 5,043 meals to those in need over the recent festive period

02 February 2025
Aldi stores in the Highlands donated 5,043 meals to those in need over the recent festive period

Aldi stores in the Highlands donated 5,043 meals to those in need over the recent festive period

02 February 2025

The supermarket teamed up with local good causes to donate a range of fresh and chilled foods from its stores.


Help shape the future of Highland: get involved in the new Local Development Plan

31 January 2025
Help shape the future of Highland: get involved in the new Local Development Plan

Help shape the future of Highland: get involved in the new Local Development Plan

31 January 2025

The Highland Council is inviting the community to play a key role in shaping the future of the region.


UK’s most northerly mainland vet practice and stars of The Highland Vet celebrates its 60th anniversary

28 January 2025
UK’s most northerly mainland vet practice and stars of The Highland Vet celebrates its 60th anniversary

UK’s most northerly mainland vet practice and stars of The Highland Vet celebrates its 60th anniversary

28 January 2025

The UK’s most northerly veterinary practice on the mainland is celebrating its 60th anniversary year.


Highland transport stalwart retires after nearly three decades of providing community connections

27 January 2025
Highland transport stalwart retires after nearly three decades of providing community connections

Highland transport stalwart retires after nearly three decades of providing community connections

27 January 2025

In 1996, with a single minibus and a clear vision, Donald Mathieson, and his wife, Elizabeth, set out on a path to transform Highland transport.


Sumitomo project set to boost jobs in the Highlands after Shetland subsea cable agreement

23 January 2025
Sumitomo project set to boost jobs in the Highlands after Shetland subsea cable agreement

Sumitomo project set to boost jobs in the Highlands after Shetland subsea cable agreement

23 January 2025

A Japanese manufacturer has announced a ‘significant new chapter’ for its Highland-based operations.


WATCH: Gareth Gates on his Inverness performance, trip to The Mustard Seed and new musical

21 January 2025
WATCH: Gareth Gates on his Inverness performance, trip to The Mustard Seed and new musical

WATCH: Gareth Gates on his Inverness performance, trip to The Mustard Seed and new musical

21 January 2025

Gareth Gates Sings Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons will be an action-packed performance for all to enjoy.


Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

12 January 2025
Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

12 January 2025

The Highland Shortbread Showdown is back for its third edition in 2025, with businesses encouraged to enter their best bakes.


Death of soldier (24) in Tain after tragic accident ‘was avoidable’

09 January 2025
Death of soldier (24) in Tain after tragic accident ‘was avoidable’

Death of soldier (24) in Tain after tragic accident ‘was avoidable’

09 January 2025

The sheriff said: “He was clearly a much loved son, brother and partner and a very highly regarded soldier, both by his peers and senior officers.”


New online platform launched to encourage people to engage directly with NHS Highland

05 January 2025
New online platform launched to encourage people to engage directly with NHS Highland

New online platform launched to encourage people to engage directly with NHS Highland

05 January 2025

The NHS Highland Engagement Hub is a one-stop shop to let the agency know about the topics people would like to hear more about.


NHS Highland and Highland Council agree to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities

04 January 2025
NHS Highland and Highland Council agree to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities

NHS Highland and Highland Council agree to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities

04 January 2025

NHS Highland and Highland Council have agreed to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities.


Domestic abuse: ‘We need to get better at calling out poor behaviour in the Highlands,’ says detective

02 January 2025
Domestic abuse: ‘We need to get better at calling out poor behaviour in the Highlands,’ says detective

Domestic abuse: ‘We need to get better at calling out poor behaviour in the Highlands,’ says detective

02 January 2025

Domestic abuse is a serious issue across Scotland, including in the Highlands.


Healthcare worker at Raigmore honoured as the UKs physician associate of the year 2024

30 December 2024
Healthcare worker at Raigmore honoured as the UKs physician associate of the year 2024

Healthcare worker at Raigmore honoured as the UKs physician associate of the year 2024

30 December 2024

A healthcare worker at Raigmore has been honoured as the UKs physician associate of the year 2024.


Do you need help running your business? The HR Dept Highlands and Moray can help you

29 December 2024
Do you need help running your business? The HR Dept Highlands and Moray can help you

Do you need help running your business? The HR Dept Highlands and Moray can help you

29 December 2024

Running a business in the North of Scotland comes with unique challenges.


5113 domestic abuse reports last festive season: don’t suffer in silence in the Highlands this Christmas

23 December 2024
5113 domestic abuse reports last festive season: don’t suffer in silence in the Highlands this Christmas

5113 domestic abuse reports last festive season: don’t suffer in silence in the Highlands this Christmas

23 December 2024

Scotland’s senior law officer has encouraged victims not to suffer in silence this festive period.


THE GOVERNOR SPEAKS: Why we sentence too many to jail, Christmas, corruption and addiction at HMP Inverness

21 December 2024
THE GOVERNOR SPEAKS: Why we sentence too many to jail, Christmas, corruption and addiction at HMP Inverness

THE GOVERNOR SPEAKS: Why we sentence too many to jail, Christmas, corruption and addiction at HMP Inverness

21 December 2024

Scott Watson, the governor of HMP Inverness, has 29 years of experience with the Scottish Prison Service.


Tourist tax sparks debate in the Highlands amid concerns over economic impact

16 December 2024
Tourist tax sparks debate in the Highlands amid concerns over economic impact

Tourist tax sparks debate in the Highlands amid concerns over economic impact

16 December 2024

Highland Council’s proposed visitor levy has sparked a heated debate.


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